Entry requirements

A primary degree in Pharmacy from an institution approved by the University. Additionally all students must have: identified a designated medical practitioner prior to commencing the prescribing modules; completed the NICPLD vocational training (VT) programme or must be able to demonstrate equivalent experience. Please note: this programme is open only to students who are resident in Northern Ireland.

Course modules

For the PgDip, students take modules that include: Advanced therapeutics in respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and infectious disease; clinical management planning; disease management; prescribing and monitoring; professional aspects of prescribing. For the MSc, students continue with modules in: Advanced practice development; research methodology; service research and development.